William H. Seward

William Henry Seward (May 16, 1801–October 10, 1872) was United States Secretary of State under Abraham Lincoln and Andrew Johnson.

Later life

He spent his last years traveling and writing. He visited Alaska and went around the world.

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Seward died in his home in Auburn, New York after a brief illness.

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His portrait appeared on the 1891 series U.S. fifty dollar note.

Related Topics:
1891 - U.S. fifty dollar note

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The town of Seward, Alaska and the Seward Peninsula, also in Alaska, are named for him, as is Seward Park in Seattle, Washington.

Related Topics:
Seward, Alaska - Seward Peninsula - Alaska - Seward Park - Seattle - Washington

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